Christmas Wreath

Christmas Wreath and Figures by Ann Franklin

Project Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern creates a festive Christmas decoration featuring a knitted wreath with three detachable figures: Santa, Rudolph the reindeer, and a cheerful snowman. Designed by Ann Franklin, this beginner-friendly project combines simple knitting techniques to produce a charming holiday display piece perfect for seasonal decorating.

What Is Being Made

The pattern includes two main components: a circular wreath measuring 26cm (10¼ inches) in diameter, and three separate stuffed figures, each standing 13cm (5 inches) tall. The detachable figures allow for flexible display options and make the decoration easy to store and reuse across multiple holiday seasons.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This beginner-level project utilizes fundamental knitting techniques suitable for those new to the craft. The pattern is worked primarily in stocking stitch, the most basic and commonly used knit stitch pattern. The wreath and figures are constructed using simple shaping methods appropriate for beginners, with stuffing techniques employed to create three-dimensional forms for the Santa, Rudolph, and snowman figures.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The project uses Rico Design Ricorumi DK yarn, a 100% cotton yarn available in 25g balls with 58 meters of yardage per ball. The pattern calls for one ball each of eight coordinating colors:

• Yarn A: Ivy (043) for wreath base
• Yarn B: Fir (050) for wreath details
• Yarn C: Tangerine (026) for figure accents
• Yarn D: Red (028) for Santa and holiday details
• Yarn E: Orange (027) for additional figure elements
• Yarn F: White (001) for snowman and highlights
• Yarn G: Wine Red (029) for festive accents
• Yarn H: Black (060) for details and features
• Yarn K: Powder (022) for subtle shading
• Yarn L: Nougat (056) and Yarn M: Beige (055) for skin tones and natural accents

Needles and Accessories

The pattern requires one pair of 3mm knitting needles for working the DK-weight yarn. Additional materials include a 25½cm (10-inch) wreath frame with an inner diameter of 18½cm (7¼ inches)—alternatively, a cardboard ring cut to the same dimensions can be substituted. The project also requires ½ meter (20 inches) of cord elastic for attaching the figures and 35g of toy stuffing to fill the three-dimensional figures.

Tension and Gauge

The pattern is worked to a tension of 24 stitches and 32 rows measuring 10x10cm (4x4 inches) over stocking stitch using 3mm needles. Achieving proper tension is important for ensuring the wreath and figures reach the intended finished measurements and maintain appropriate proportions.

Skill Level

Classified as a beginner project, this Christmas wreath and figures pattern is ideal for knitters developing foundational skills. The straightforward stitch work and simple construction methods make it an accessible introduction to creating stuffed knitted items and decorative pieces.